Madinata - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Madinata is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madinata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madinata is 416568. The village covers a total geographical area of 358 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Madinata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madinata
According to the 2011 Census, Madinata village had a total population of 401 people, including 198 males and 203 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.59%, with male literacy at 58.60% and female literacy at 27.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 320.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 401 | 198 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 155 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 92 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 106 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Madinata
Madinata is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Madinata
Madinata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Madinata is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Madinata is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madinata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madinata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madinata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madinata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madinata
Where is Madinata located?
Madinata village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madinata?
The Gram Panchayat of Madinata is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Madinata?
The pincode of Madinata is 762103.
What is the population of Madinata?
Madinata had a total population of 401, including 198 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Madinata?
Madinata had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madinata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madinata was 42.59%. Male literacy was 58.60% and female literacy was 27.54%.